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Rehab Exercises after Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Distal biceps tendon rupture is usually caused by a sudden and unexpected force on the biceps tendon when someone is

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Six Best Tips for Swelling (Edema) Management

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Swelling (also called Edema in medical term) is a common symptom from injuries, infection or inflammation. Although it’s a part

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Rehabilitation for Scapholunate Injury (II)

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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From previous article, we shared basic information about scapholunate injury, as well as interventions including orthosis protection and kinestio taping application. Nevertheless,

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Easy Home Modification for Fall Prevention

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Falls are serious and costly. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for

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Dynamic Orthosis (Splints) for Finger Injuries

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Orthosis plays an essential role in the world of hand therapy. Since our previous article shared 5 common static orthosis for

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Six Principles for Fall Prevention !

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Why fall prevention is so important ?  Fall-related injuries are very common in senior population, according to the U.S. Centers for

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Five Common Orthosis (Splint) for Hand Injuries

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Orthosis (also called Splint) is a device which is commonly used in the treatment for hand injuries. Hand therapists utilize

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What Can A Certified Hand Therapist Do For You?

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Do you feel discomfort or pain in your elbow or shoulder? Are you suffering from any upper extremity injuries? What’s

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5 Best Therapeutic Tips for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome!

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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⭐ What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome?  Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is the 2nd most common nerve compression problem in upper extremities (the most

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3 Tips to Treat Trigger Finger Yourself !

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapsit at Rehab For A Better Life
The founder of "Rehab For A Better Life", specialized in ergonomic consultation,rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries, sports injuries and work-related injuries.
Andrew believes rehab-related knowledge should be easy to learn and follow at home, because "knowledge is power only when we can share it" !
Andrew Tan, OTR/L, CHT, CKTP, CEAS
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Do you ever have your finger locked or clicking when bending it? Or feel your finger snaps when straightening it ? (Like a trigger

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